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Miniature Australian Shepherd
A.K.A. : Toy Australian Shepherd, Mini Australian Shepherd, Mini Aussie
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Miniature Australian Shepherd
A.K.A. :Toy Australian Shepherd, Mini Australian Shepherd, Mini Aussie
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
Winter
Summer
Healthiness
Protective
Life Span
| Overview: | The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a well-balanced dog of medium size and bone. He is attentive and animated, showing strength and stamina combined with unusual agility. Slightly longer than tall, he has a coat of moderate length and coarseness with coloring that offers variety and individuality in each specimen. An identifying characteristic is his natural or docked bobtail. In each sex, masculinity or feminity is well-defined. Bone is moderate and clean with coarseness, heaviness or lightness being undesirable. Overall type, balance of conformation and movement are valued more highly than individual structural perfections because it is balance which enables him to fulfill his purpose. |
| Breed Group: | Herding |
| Weight (lbs): | 20-40 |
| Height (in): | 13-18 |
| Colors: | All colors are strong, clear and rich. The recognized colors are blue merle, red (liver) merle, solid black and solid red (liver) and with or without white markings and/or tan (copper) points with no preference. |
| Coat: | Of medium texture, straight to slightly wavy, weather resistant, of moderate length with an undercoat. |
| Character: | The Miniature Australian Shepherd is intelligent, primarily a working dog of strong herding and guardian instincts, he is an exceptional companion. He is versatile and easily trained, performing his assigned tasks with great style and enthusiasm. He is reserved with strangers but does not exhibit shyness. Although an aggressive, authoritative worker, viciousness toward people or animals is intolerable. |
| Temperament: | Miniature Australian Shepherds are easy going, perpetual puppies that love to play. Courageous, loyal and affectionate, they are excellent children's companions that are great with active children. A devoted friend and guardian, for they are naturally protective. Very lively, agile, and attentive, they are eager to please with a sixth sense about what the owner wants. |
| Care: | The coat of the Miniature Australian Shepherd is easy to groom and needs little attention. Brush occasionally with a firm bristle brush and bathe only when necessary. This breed is an average shedder. |
| Training: | This breed is quite intelligent, learning tasks very rapidly. Therefore, training is easy and quick. |
| Activity: | This energetic dog needs plenty of vigorous exercise to stay in shape. |
| Country of Origin: | USA |
| Health Issue: | Hip and eye problems can occur. Ensure sire and dam of puppies have been tested and are certified clear prior to purchasing a puppy. |
| Life Expectancy: | 12-13 |
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James Dean
$1,600*
James is a sweetheart! He is a cuddle bug, LOVES children, and has the energy to keep them busy or train for a job herding. He will definitely need a job! He is up to date on...
Doc Mini Blue Merle Male Aussie
$2,000
Doc Mini Blue Merle Male with Blue Eyes Born November 24, 2019. Elite Grand Champion Sired! Elite Gold Champion Mom! Parents Full Panel Health Tested and Clear! Microchipped,...
Bashful Mini Blue Merle Male Aussie
$2,000
Bashful Mini Blue Merle Male with Marbled Eyes Born November 24, 2019. Elite Grand Champion Sired! Elite Gold Champion Mom! Parents Full Panel Health Tested and Clear!...
Grumpy Mini Black Tri Male Aussie
$1,250
Grumpy Mini Black Tri Male with a Blue Eye and a Brown Eye Born November 24, 2019. Elite Grand Champion Sired! Elite Gold Champion Mom! Parents Full Panel Health Tested and...
Sneezy Mini Black Tri Female Aussie
$1,200
Sneezy Mini Black Tri Female with Brown Eyes Born November 24, 2019. Elite Grand Champion Sired! Elite Gold Champion Mom! Parents Full Panel Health Tested and Clear!...
Carol Toy Black Tri Female Aussie
$1,200
Carol is a Toy Black Tri Female with Brown Eyes Born October 24, 2019. International, Intercontinental, and Elite Grand Champion Sired! Elite Champion Mom! Parents Full Panel...
Olaf Mini Blue Eyed Black Tri Male Aussie
$1,500
Olaf is a Mini Black Tri Male with Blue Eyes. Born October 6, 2019. Elite Grand Champion Sired and Elite Champion Mom! Parents Full Panel Health Tested! Blue Eyed Tri...
Charlie Brown Mini Black Tri Male Aussie
$1,000
Charlie Brown is a Mini Black Tri Male with Brown Eyes. Born October 5, 2019. Elite Grand Champion Sired and Elite Champion Mom! Parents Full Panel Health Tested! Blue Eyed...
Rex Toy Red Bi Male Aussie
$800
Rex is a Toy Red Bi Male with Hazel Eyes. Born June 20, 2019. International, Intercontinental, and Elite Grand Champion Sired! Elite Champion Mom! Parents Full Panel Health...
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